David Whitaker
David Whitaker
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Eric Wallace | Prep Hoops Scout
An extremely talented freshman and elite level athlete, Whitaker averaged 11.8 points per game over the weekend for the Georgia Stars . He’s very difficult for defenders to keep out of the paint, using his explosiveness and quickness to consistently put pressure on the rim. His perimeter shot is improving, adding to his offensive versatility. Defensively, he has all the tools to be a high level impact player with his athleticism, length, and activity. With his physical tools and developing skill set, Whitaker is a prospect with significant upside.
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Read EvaluationEric Wallace | Prep Hoops Scout
Whitaker has quickly established himself as one of the state’s most talented freshmen, flashing tools that translate well beyond his class. A high-level athlete, he plays with explosion and confidence, consistently creating advantages off the dribble. He is a capable shot maker who can score in a variety of ways and generate his own offense when possessions break down.
With his physical gifts and emerging skill set, Whitaker possesses significant long-term upside and projects as a prospect whose recruitment should accelerate as he continues to develop.
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Read EvaluationKyle Sandy | Prep Hoops Scout
Whitaker is an explosive two-guard built to absorb contact, with physical tools that translate well to the next level. He thrives as a secondary creator, capitalizing on tilted defenses and turning advantages into easy points. His athleticism pops immediately—elite bounce and strong two-foot explosion allow him to play above the rim. The outside shot continues to trend upward and is becoming a dependable weapon. Whitaker shows comfort playing both on and off the ball and is making noticeable strides as a decision-maker, rounding out his offensive profile.
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Read EvaluationEric Wallace | Prep Hoops Scout
The Langston Hughes freshman is a high flyer who will finish above the rim in transition or in the half courts. At this point Whitaker is at his best attacking the defense off the bounce and finishing in the paint, but he can be a secondary ball handler and his perimeter shooting is trending up.
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Read EvaluationKyle Sandy | Prep Hoops Scout
Explosive two-guard with shoulders to absorb contact. Secondary creator who turns tilted defenses into easy points. Elite bounce has likened comparisons to Ja Morant.
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Read EvaluationVan Johnson | Prep Hoops Scout
This quick, explosive guard consistently demonstrated the ability to penetrate defenses, using bursts of speed to get into the paint and create opportunities for himself and his teammates. With excellent vision and impressive passing skills, they proved to be not only a legitimate scoring threat but also an effective facilitator, contributing to the overall flow of the Blue Team’s offense. Defensively, the guard showed a willingness to stay attached to their assignment, displaying notable effort and persistence. In the game, they finished with 9 points and delivered a series of outstanding assists, further highlighting their all-around impact on both ends of the floor.
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